Respighi, Ottorino. (1879-1936) Signed PhotographSigned profile bust portrait photograph from the important Italian composer, dated "Cincinnati 7 II [1]926" and inscribed "Per la Signa. Mme. Verna Cook, in ricordo Ottorini Respighi." Deckled edges as issued, some silvering and mounting traces to verso, otherwise fine. A most unusual image. 12 x 15 cm. The signature dates from one of Respighi's performances on his 1926 U. S. tour, during which he lead performances of his "Concerto di modo misolidio,"